11 52 020 Removing and installing/replacing fan clutch (S52 / S54 / M52 / M52TU / M54 / M56)

Special tools required:

If necessary, remove air duct.

NOTE: S54
Remove engine underguard and release fan cowl.

IMPORTANT: Left-hand threads.

Using special tool 11 5 030, grip pulley and unfasten cap nut from water pump using special tool 11 5 040.

If necessary, unfasten fan cowl.

Take the fan wheel with fan coupling off the water pump and remove.

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool

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Installation:

Tighten down fan impeller using special tool 11 5 040.

NOTE: When using special tool 11 5 040, 30 Nm on the torque wrench scale are equivalent to a tightening torque of 40 Nm.

Fig 2: Identifying Special Tool

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Unfasten screws and detach fan from fan coupling.

Fig 3: Unfastening Screws & Detaching Fan From Fan Coupling

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